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Shaheen & Gordon founders, William H. Shaheen and Steven M. Gordon,
served together as the United States Attorney and Assistant United States
Attorney for New Hampshire from 1976 through 1981. When they left the
U.S. Attorney’s Office, they went into private practice together.
Their background in criminal prosecution formed the cornerstone of their
criminal defense team in private practice.

Blog Posts in September, 2018

14 Sep. 2018

Massive Gas Explosion in Massachusetts Kills 1, Injures Many More

Posted By Shaheen & Gordon, P.A.

A series of explosions shook a swath of Lawrence, Massachusetts yesterday, causing widespread mayhem and fires. At this time, authorities have confirmed that one young man died due to a structural collapse caused by the explosions, which are suspected to have been caused by a gas utility leak. At least 10 other people were reportedly injured and approximately 35 homes caught on fire during the ...

14 Sep. 2018

September 2018 Health Care Legal Update

Posted By Shaheen & Gordon, P.A.

Our Health Care Team has released its comprehensive update on the most recent changes to state and federal health-care laws and policies. The September 2018 update includes a detailed discussion of the FDA now issuing guidance clarifying communications between drug and device manufacturers and insurers. Contact our Health Care Team at 603-819-4531. #HealthCare Click here to view our latest update

5 Sep. 2018

DWI Case in NH - A Move From Breath to Blood

Posted By Shaheen & Gordon, P.A.

In drunk driving and impaired driving cases, police in New Hampshire are authorized to request that a suspect submit to breath, blood or urine test following an arrest. The suspect may submit to the test or refuse to do so, suffering potential administrative consequences either way. In cases where a suspect submits to the requested test, s/he does not have the choice regarding which of these tests ...

Wrongful Death Toxic Exposure Case

Successfully achieved a resolution consistent with the interests of a defendant public waste water treatment plant and its insurer after years of litigation in a case alleging wrongful death from exposure to bio-solids (sludge).

Appeal to the N.H. Supreme Court

$175,000

Earned not guilty verdict after trial against the New Hampshire State Police where client was lost and out of gas on the side of I-93, Trooper alleged odor of alcohol, client admitted to consumption of alcohol and allegedly failed field sobriety cases.

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